Speech Therapist

The Encompass Group
Orange County, CA

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Pediatrics

Full-Time | Inpatient / Outpatient | On-Campus Hospital Setting (Orange, CA)


Position Overview

We are seeking a full-time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our client's team in a dynamic, hospital-based setting. The role is primarily inpatient, with some outpatient pediatric responsibilities. All services are provided on campus, offering a collaborative and well-supported clinical environment. There is also an opportunity for this individual to step into a Lead Speech Language Pathologist role, supporting clinical leadership and team collaboration.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide speech, language, and swallowing therapy to pediatric patients in an inpatient setting, with some outpatient coverage
  • Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary care teams on campus
  • Demonstrate professionalism, maturity, and strong communication in patient care and team interactions
  • Support clinical operations and serve as a clinical leader among speech therapy staff
  • Participate in Saturday on-call rotation as needed (PRNs are utilized first; overtime or comp time provided)


Schedule & Work Environment

  • Full-time, on-site position
  • 8-hour shifts, Monday–Friday
  • Saturday on-call rotation required (overtime or make-up hours available)
  • Hospital-based role with all services located on campus


Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience
  • Pediatric experience required (inpatient pediatrics preferred, but not required)
  • Licensed or license-eligible Speech Language Pathologist

Preferred Background (any of the following):

  • Inpatient pediatric experience
  • Inpatient adult experience combined with outpatient pediatrics
  • Outpatient pediatrics with exposure to medical or hospital-based settings
  • Swallowing experience
  • Bilingual skills


Why Join Us?

  • Immediate hiring need with strong organizational support
  • Opportunity to grow into a Lead SLP role
  • Collaborative rehab team with proven success onboarding therapists from varied backgrounds
  • Stable, on-campus hospital environment with consistent scheduling
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